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"Ellen McCarn Patterns & Notions"

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Ellen McCarn's Basic Yoke Dress - Two sizes: 3mo - 4 yrs; 5 yrs - 14 yrs

This pattern has variations for smocked short sleeves, long sleeves, a jumper variation, Angel sleeves, angel sleeve with overlay and collar overlay.  Two separate sizes, 3mo to 4 years and 5 years to 14 years.

Instruction booklet included has over 150 step-by-step illustrations and instructions for Pleating, 10 Sleeve Variations, 8 Collar Variations, Scalloped hem, Skirt Variations and heirloom Machine Sewing techniques.  The adjustable geometric smocking design graph "Christy", pictured on the front cover, is included.

Price $12.00
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Collars & More  $12.00

Two sizes: 3mos to 4years  or  5-14years

This pattern is the Ultimate Supplement for the Ellen McCarn Yoke Dress.  The pattern includes:

  • The Dropped Yoke Front & Instructions for Shoulder-to-Waist Smocking
  • Twelve Collar Variations
  • Floral Monogram Alphabet
  • Designs and Stitching instructions for Embroidery * Silk Ribbon * Shadow Work & Applique

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Ellen McCarn's The Ultimate Bishop Dress  - Two sizes: Small 3mos - 4 and Large 5-12.
The instruction booklet included has over 140 illustrations and complete instructions for Pleating, 7 Sleeve Variations, Scalloped Hem, Heirloom Machine Sewing techniques and an adjustable geometric smocking design graph "Marie".  Also includes instructions for making an insert collar out of contrast fabric.  Ellen's instructions are the best, every step is detailed and illustrated in a clear and concise manner that is to be expected by a master smocking designer.

Price $12.00
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Ellen McCarn's Button Back Smocked Pillow

This pattern is an excellent choice for beginner smockers.  The finished size is 20" x 16" but can be made smaller or larger depending upon the depth of your smocking addiction or design you wish to smock.  Fabric requirements for the pillow is 2/3 yard with 1/2 yard of stuffed foam or use a ready made pillow form.  Can be gussied up as much as you like.

Price $2.50
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Ellen McCarn's Smock and Block Guide

Bishop, Yoke & Collar Guide is a versatile aid to use from the start to finishing of the smocked garment, but it Bishop or Yoke, Collar or Insert.  Neckline sizings are from 18" doll, Preemie/Newborn up to Adult.  Actual size is 14" x 14".  Also included is a Scallop Guide for Hems and Collars  for scallop sizes 1", 1 1/2", 2", 2 1/2", 3", 3 1/2" & 4".

The fabric is a heavy weight and durable non-woven pressed fiber that is stretch-resistant. It can be pinned on or basted to.  Put it in an embroidery hoop for smocking on the guide if desired. Instructions are included.

Price $6.00
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Smocking Instruction Books from Ellen McCarn

Smocking Design Plates by Ellen McCarn


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